Mahishmarwa - Dhanwar, Giridih
Mahishmarwa is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Maheshmarwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahishmarwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahishmarwa is 350881. The village covers a total geographical area of 529 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Mahishmarwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahishmarwa
As per Census 2011, Mahishmarwa village has a total population of 2,777 people, consisting of 1,425 males and 1,352 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 572 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,292 literate and 1,485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 447 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahishmarwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,777 | 1,425 | 1,352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 290 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 126 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 447 | 222 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 1,292 | 828 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,485 | 597 | 888 |
Nearby Villages of Mahishmarwa
Mahishmarwa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mahishmarwa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mahishmarwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Mahishmarwa is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahishmarwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahishmarwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahishmarwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahishmarwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahishmarwa
Where is Mahishmarwa located?
Mahishmarwa village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahishmarwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahishmarwa is Maheshmarwa.
What is the pincode of Mahishmarwa?
The pincode of Mahishmarwa is 825412.
What is the population of Mahishmarwa?
Mahishmarwa has a total population of 2,777, including 1,425 males and 1,352 females.
How many households are there in Mahishmarwa?
There are 392 households in Mahishmarwa.
What is the literacy rate in Mahishmarwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahishmarwa is 46.53%. Male literacy is 58.11% and female literacy is 34.32%.